It’s February and jacket season has not yet left our minds. Jackets have always been celebrity favorites, from wedding celebrations to promotional events. Due to their versatility across occasions, jackets are a testament to diversifying your style catalogue.
Embroidered jackets are no less than wearable art, stitched designs onto jackets that can be either handmade or machine-designed, translating into a rich overlay fabric. They can be made with threadwork or intricate detailing in a way that gives character to the garment. Different kinds of embroidery can be engraved upon jackets with different styles, from patchwork that combines pieces of fabric into block prints, to mirrorwork; small handcut mirrors carved onto the embellishment. They can be styled across garments, in fact there is much scope that can be applied when it comes to dressing with embroidered jackets.
What makes embroidered jackets stand out?
Embroidered jackets can become the soul of your outfit, if styled right. When you keep them as the focus of your style statement and style your outfit around them, they give you a distinct and unique look. These outfits make the perfect fusion statements, for they bring out Indian craftsmanship, while giving your outfits a touch of modernity.
Celebrity Inspired Styles you can adapt
Zari Embellished Jackets
Kriti Sanon was seen donning a Tarun Tahiliani dupion silk handcrafted embroidered jacket, featuring intricate zardozi work, for a vogue cover shoot. The jacket boasted of architectural poetry inspired by the city of Byzantine, its pinks and golds dusted in with the sequins giving it a modest, refined touch while blinging up the evening. If temple jewellery had an outfit equivalent, it would be this breathtaking piece. Yes, you can wear it too. Spruce up your wedding couture with bespoke architectural pieces sprinkled with a dash of color. These jackets make you out to be the diva of the festive occasion you grace.
Mirrorwork Jackets
Ananya Pandey, not too long ago was seen in an Arpita Mehta sharara set with a matching mirrorwork embellished embroidered jacket, for a prewedding celebration in Dubai. A three-piece outfit, perfectly proportional for its silhouette, outward, loud and unapologetic. You’d definitely catch the spotlight, were you to wear it to an evening celebration that has a festive touch to it. Next time there is a Diwali party, don’t hesitate to glam up in that mirror work statement embroidered jacket.
Bandhgala Jackets
Bandhgala jackets once trended when women celebrities were seen sporting them, making us aware of its beauty besides being identified as just being the garment that belonged to men. When Lily Singh, Rhea Kapoor wore them at parties, they were quick to grab attention. And Karisma Kapoor has brought them back, not focusing so much on the shimmer, but on the detailing. In a Siddhartha Bansal styled jacket, she graced an appearance for Masterchef India.. Dense florals, teal-turquoise and scattered floral embroidery with curling vines was perfectly tailored for the actress. And the details were in the pockets.
Taupe Linear embroidery jackets
Kajol’s recent appearance in a taupe linear white embroidered jacket was a minimalist dream. Embroidery on the jacket was with lineation which not only held the silhouette, but also defined it. Designed by Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna, this long jacket can be worn for parties where you want to look effortlessly well dressed. This could work as a perfect alternative when you want a modern touch to your outfit and want to step away for a moment from heavier works of embroidery, say, a zari work or aari work piece, but want to look put together without compromising on style. This jacket can elevate your look, over jumpsuits or a long gown. You could go for similar, minimally sequined outfits that serve the same looks but with slight elevation. There are similar styles you can try at AZA fashions, which will elevate your look.
Where you can wear embroidered jackets
Whether you are looking for a winter wedding wear, in the form of a stylish sharara kurta combination or for a casual wear, over jeans, there is a type of embroidered jacket for every occasion you grace.
- A swap for a predraped saree : The draped skirt could shadow the fall of a saree without the pleats. The jacket and that neckline mimics the blouse perfectly and replaces the blouse and pallu combo. So next time you wish to ditch the saree, you can do so comfortably. Accessorize with a gold or silver clutch to give a feeling of grace with elegance.
- Evening haute couture : Don’t hesitate to go that extra mile, with the sheen of a mirror work top and palazzo set with a long jacket. Style it with embellished earrings or heavy neckpiece to give glamor and show that you have style. Choose hoops for that classic maximal feel.
- Date night overlay - Have dinner plans? Spice them up with your outfit. A jacket overlay would work perfectly over a skirt top combo. Go for bold colors that give evening glamor and refined looks. Pair them with stylish clutches and give your date nights a touch of you.
Evening Cultural outfit - An ivory chanderi crepe flower embroidered jacket would work perfectly for evening cultural gatherings. A perfect option, for when you don’t want to look overdressed, yet want classy. Pair this look with a potli bag, studs and flats or wedges that aren’t over the top.
- Diwali sparkle - During festive seasons, you needn't rack your brains over what to wear, for beaded open-embroidered jackets with flared pants can take care of your style requirements. Purples, silvers can add that touch of Diwali glam. Pair them with block heels and a crossbody bag for a complete look.
It goes without saying that embroidered jackets should definitely make their way to your wardrobes. Look your best across occasions, as you level up your dressing game with embroidered jackets.
